Broadband Live

Broadband Breakfast on Wednesday, November 24, 2021 — Giving Thanks for Better Broadband

Finding something to be grateful about with regard to Better Broadband, Better Lives

Broadband Live

Broadband Breakfast on November 17, 2021 — The Changing Nature of the Debate About Social Media and Section 230

Facebook is under fire. Does that mean all of social media should be?

Broadband Live

Broadband Breakfast on Wednesday, November 10, 2021 — Unpacking the Infrastructure, Investment and Jobs Act

The passage of the Infrastructure, Investment and Jobs Act presents an unparalleled opportunity for advocates of Better Broadband, Better Lives.

Broadband Live

Broadband Breakfast on November 3, 2021 — Cutting Through Supply Chains and Resolving Labor Shortages

Concerns about labor shortages, supply chains and rising costs are inescapable.

SpaceX

Internet Subscriber Growth Slows, Starlink in India, Trump Media Company Raising Questions About Hype

Comcast, Charter see internet growth slow, Starlink announces India venture, columnist analyzes the hype surrounding Trump media.

Expert Opinion

Debra Berlyn: In the World Series of Broadband, Everyone Needs to Step Up to the Plate

Bringing broadband to those who need it the most requires more than just government funding for network expansion.

E-Rate

Despite General Satisfaction with E-rate Program, Tribal Libraries Are Being Left Behind

Tribal community leaders are concerned over the effectiveness of outreach methods the FCC uses to fund broadband in tribal libraries.

Infrastructure

Localize Broadband Infrastructure Expansion, Commerce Secretary Raimondo Says

Speaking at US Telecom forum, Raimondo also raised concerns about supply chain’s impact on broadband rollout.

Anna Eshoo

House Delays Infrastructure Vote, Chinese Equipment Ban, Comcast Losses, Honoring Evan Kwerel

House Democrats delayed a vote on broadband infrastructure again, as $1.75 trillion reconciliation package brings greater party unity.

Innovation

Blockchain Experts Debate Just How Much Internet Needs to Change

Congressional Internet Caucus panelists split over how prepared the internet is for changes from new technologies.

Broadband Live

Panelists Clash Over Need to Eliminate Broadband Exclusivity Deals in Multitenant Properties

Industry officials disagree over how effective mandates are in creating internet provider choice within multitenant residential buildings.

Social Media

Social Media Companies Noncommittal on Bipartisan Calls for Changes to Content Regulation

Platform representatives did not commit to legislation that would increase online protections for kids.

Antony Blinken

New Cyber Bureau, Broadband Key to Mental Health Progress, NY’s Adirondacks Behind on Broadband

Secretary of State announces new cyber bureau, New York’s Adirondack falling behind on broadband, Oklahoma’s broadband-mental health connection.

Expert Opinion

Martha Escutia and Sunne Wright McPeak: Help Make the Planet Greener by Getting Online

We cannot ignore broadband as a key factor in maintaining environmental, social and economic progress.

Infrastructure

Sinema Policy Advisor Says Infrastructure Bill’s Broadband Promise Balances Partisan Interests

And experts weigh in on the benefits of crowdsourcing data for better broadband maps.

Digital Inclusion

Rosenworcel Hails FCC’s Efforts on Mapping, Said Country Needs More Wi-Fi Access

Rosenworcel also emphasized spectrum policy and getting connectivity to low-income Americans.